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Tom Basden
Born 1980-11-30Sutton, London, UK
Thomas William Basden (born 30 November 1980) is an English actor, writer, comedian, and musician. He is best known for co-creating and starring in Plebs, which won the Royal Television Society award for Best Scripted Comedy in 2014.[1] He was nominated for Best Newcomer at the 2007 Edinburgh Comedy Awards and is a member of the sketch group Cowards. He co-wrote and starred in the 2025 film The Ballad of Wallis Island.
Screen work
Movies & roles
Here We Go: Our New Year’s Fireworks FantasaganzaRobinThe Ballad of Wallis IslandHerb McGwyerHere We Go: Mum's Classic Family ChristmasRobinPlebs: Soldiers of RomeAureliusVenice at DawnStephenDavid Brent: Life on the RoadDanAnthonyAnthonyGames On: TentPaulThe Boot SaleThe HunkDark RelicRobertBrave Young MenJamie HusbandThe One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis IslandHerb McGwyerThe Mandy Who Knew Too MuchBenefits Advisor